Science Journal Spotlight: Strengthening the college community from a distance
The Summer 2021 issue of the Science Journal explores the “remote” nature of teaching and learning in the college. Despite a remote or hybrid working environment, the college community has continued to forge important connections with each other. Here, we highlight several notable efforts and members of our community.
Climate & Diversity Awards.
The college recognizes three members of our community for extraordinary commitment to enhancing the environment of mutual respect and diversity.
Eberly Women Talk Mentoring.
In March, the college held a virtual panel discussion to address the value of mentorship in supporting women in STEM careers.
Alumni Spotlight: David Lehr.
Physics alumnus David Lehr uses his knack for problem solving to help tackle big issues in the healthcare industry.
Penn State Alumnus Takes Photos from Mars.
Recent graduate Michael Maimone helps operate the cameras on the Mars Curiosity Rover, analyze the data it collects, and search for signs of life on the red planet.
Professors Emeriti Endow Early Career Professorship in Department of Statistics.
Hoben Thomas, professor emeritus of psychology, and Thomas Hettmansperger, professor emeritus of statistics, and their families have established an Early Career Professorship in Statistics to honor their more than 40-year friendship and the important role that the field of statistics played in their lives.
View the rest of this issue at the Science Journal web page.